Payment Methods & Secure Processing
Bank-grade encryption, PCI-DSS Level 1 compliance, and multi-currency global settlement.
1. Supported Payment Methods
Card Crest provides a seamless, highly secure checkout architecture supporting all major international payment instruments:
| Category | Supported Methods | Security Protocol |
|---|---|---|
| Credit & Debit Cards | Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB | 3D Secure 2.0 • 256-bit TLS Encryption |
| Digital Wallets | Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay | Biometric Tokenization • Zero Card Data Stored |
| Alternative Checkout | PayPal, Klarna (where regional regulations permit) | Buyer Protection • Two-Factor Authentication |
| Institutional Bank Wire | BACS, CHAPS, FedWire, SWIFT (Transactions ≥ £5,000 / $5,000) | Direct Escrow Verification • Manual Vault Clearance |
2. Bank-Grade Security & Data Protection
Your payment security is paramount. All checkout transactions on Card Crest are executed through our Level 1 PCI-DSS compliant infrastructure:
- End-to-End Encryption: Every transmission is secured using Transport Layer Security (TLS 1.3) with 256-bit cryptographic keys.
- Zero Card Storage: Card Crest never stores, processes, or retains raw card numbers, CVV security codes, or magnetic stripe data on our servers.
- Fraud Mitigation: Advanced behavioral fraud detection algorithms protect cardholders against unauthorized or intercepted transactions.
3. Currency Settlement & Transparent Billing
Prices on Card Crest are quoted transparently. Depending on your browsing country, prices may be viewed in GBP (£), USD ($), or EUR (€). Checkout is finalized in GBP or your selected primary billing currency. Card Crest never charges hidden checkout fees, processing surcharges, or mystery add-ons.
4. High-Ticket Grail Acquisitions & Wire Transfers
For collector acquisitions exceeding £5,000 or $5,000, clients may request direct bank wire settlement or escrow custody coordination through our private client desk: